Printrbot Simple Metal Y Axis Extension Plate 1403

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Here is a plate I made to complete my Build Volume Upgrade on the Printrbot simple metal 1403. This allow for around 290mm of travel on the Y axis. It just Bolts to the back of the arm to extend the mounting holes back. You will need longer 8mm Polished Drill Rod, and a longer GT2 Belt. 3 M3 Screws and Bolts to attach. I made this as a mockup for a friend to reproduce it in aluminum for me but the PLA print is working perfect. Update: Added a 4" version as requested. Update: Added a Version for 400mm Rods instead of the stock 395mm Instructions Rod Used:http://www.ebay.com/itm/8mm-smooth-Drill-Rod-36-Long-for-linear-bearings-mendel-reprap-Rostock-3d-/231078456678?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item35cd596d66 This is what I used to cut both sections out of, you will have about a 1" or so piece left. You will need around a 450 mm piece of GT2 Timing Belt. I recommend a 3 ft piece and cut so that is enough to do the X axis also if you wish. After the belt and rods are on you can set your new travel limits with the manual G-code entry section: M208 Y290 (Sets 290 mm travel on the Y Axis) M500 (To Save) M501 (To Display results) The M208 line should reflect the size of your new print area. Example it should display: M208 X152.4 Y290 Z152.4 if this is the only upgrade you do to the stock Simple Metal. Set the new Y axis print bed size in your printer / slicer program settings and you are ready to print!